Kitchen PorterJob description
Chalk Group is an independent and growing group of neighbourhood restaurants and cafés across Wokingham, Farnborough and Aldershot. Each of our venues is unique, but they all share the same belief: great food should be enjoyed in relaxed, welcoming spaces, with warm, personal service that makes every guest feel at home.
We're looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team. You'll play a vital role in keeping our kitchens clean, organised and running efficiently, supporting our chefs and ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety are maintained throughout the day.
Whether you're looking to start a career in hospitality or already have experience working in busy kitchens, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
- Maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of all kitchen areas.
- Washing pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and kitchen equipment.
- Keeping floors, walls, work surfaces and storage areas clean and tidy.
- Ensuring all kitchen equipment is cleaned and stored correctly.
- Assisting chefs with basic food preparation when required.
- Emptying bins and disposing of waste and recycling in line with company procedures.
- Receiving and putting away deliveries safely and correctly.
- Restocking cleaning materials and reporting any shortages.
- Supporting the kitchen team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Following all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures.
What we're looking for
- A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
- Previous kitchen porter experience is beneficial but not essential – full training will be provided.
What we offer
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Staff food and drinks whilst on shift.
- Employee discounts across all Chalk Group venues.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Opportunities for career progression within a growing independent hospitality group.
- A friendly, supportive team environment where your contribution is valued.
If you enjoy working as part of a close-knit team and take pride in keeping a professional kitchen running at its best, we'd love to welcome you to Chalk Group.
Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Pay: £25,420.00-£32,471.87 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Referral programme
- UK visa sponsorship
Work Location: In person
